West Des Moines police report rash of thefts from vehicles

West Des Moines police have received 16reports of theft from motor vehicles in the past week.

Officials with the West Des Moines Police Department said seven of the incidents occurred at various fitness centers during morning hours. Victims have primarily reported thievery of laptops, purses and wallets, according to police. Some of the vehicles' windows were shattered and other cars were entered through unlocked doors, police said.

Police are advising people to lock their vehicle doors and remove all valuable contents when leaving a vehicle unattended for any length of time.

The department has partnered with two fitness centers, Prairie Life Fitness and Walnut Creek YMCA, and West Des Moines Public Works to place electronic message signs reminding people of this advice.

Polk County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of individuals involved in the rash of thefts. Residents may anonymously report tips to Polk County Crime Stoppers by calling 223-1400. Tips may also be submitted online at polkcountycrimestoppers.org.

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West Des Moines police report rash of thefts from vehicles

West Des Moines police have received 16reports of theft from motor vehicles in the past week. Officials with the West Des Moines Police Department said seven of the incidents occurred at various